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Fix Microsoft Teams Meeting Button Opening Edit Instead of Join
Question details
The user is unable to join a Teams recurring meeting because clicking the Join button opens the meeting editor instead of launching the actual meeting.
- Product
- Microsoft Teams
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Attempting to enter a recurring Microsoft Teams meeting using the provided 'Join' link or calendar button.
- Observed behavior
- Instead of connecting to the meeting room, the application opens the meeting details editor.
Verify whether this issue happens with all your Teams meetings or just one specific recurring series, and confirm which type of account (personal, work, or school) you are currently using.
Use Teams on the Web and Clear Desktop App Cache
Using the web version helps determine if the link is functional, while clearing the desktop cache resolves underlying application glitches.
Often, recurring meeting links get caught in a loop within the desktop application due to corrupted temporary data. Bypassing the app via a web browser confirms the link works, after which you can reset the desktop app's cache.
Open your preferred web browser and navigate to https://teams.microsoft.com.
Log in with your Teams account credentials and try joining the meeting directly from the web interface.
If the web version connects successfully, completely close your Teams desktop application and clear its cache files from your system settings.
Relaunch the Microsoft Teams desktop app, sign back in, and click the Join button on your calendar invitation again.
Copy and Paste the Direct Link into Your Browser
A quick workaround that bypasses the in-app calendar button completely by forcing a browser prompt.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Teams link keep opening the calendar invite instead of the meeting?
This glitch typically happens when the desktop application cache is corrupted or when a meeting link in a recurring series fails to parse your attendee status correctly. Clearing the cache or using the web application usually bypasses this issue.
How do I clear my Microsoft Teams cache on Windows?
First, quit Microsoft Teams completely from the system tray. Press the Windows key + R, type '%appdata%\Microsoft\Teams' in the Run dialog, and press Enter. Delete all the files and folders within this directory, then restart Teams to generate fresh cache files.
Does this meeting join issue affect both personal and work accounts?
Yes, the bug where the Join button opens the editor can affect personal, work, and school accounts. It is particularly common when dealing with complex recurring meeting series where the organizer has updated the event details.
Can I join a Microsoft Teams meeting without downloading the desktop app?
Absolutely. You can join any Teams meeting using a supported web browser like Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome. Simply click the meeting link, cancel the prompt to open the app, and select 'Continue on this browser' instead.
